Balch Springs is a city in Dallas County, Texas, with a population of approximately 27,685.
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Apr 16Planning and Zoning CommissionAgendaApr 16Plan Advisory CommitteeAgendaApr 16Library Board of TrusteesAgendaApr 20Economic Development Corporation - Type AAgendaRecent
Apr 15Board of Public WorksVideoApr 8Economic Development Corporation - Type BAgendaApr 2City CouncilVideoApr 2Planning and Zoning CommissionAgendaRecent News
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Dallas man charged in ATM robbery, shooting guard at Chase Bank in Balch Springs
Dallas man charged in ATM robbery, shooting guard at Chase Bank in Balch Springs WFAA
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NewsFEB 07, 2026
Two teens shot in Balch Springs; chase ends with two arrests, police say
Two teens shot in Balch Springs; chase ends with two arrests, police say CBS News
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NewsFEB 06, 2026
Suspect identified in Balch Springs armored‑truck shooting
Suspect identified in Balch Springs armored‑truck shooting CBS News
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